Executive Leadership Seminar

The Florida Criminal Justice Executive Institutes, Executive Leadership Seminar is no longer accepting applications for Class 12. Due to the overwhelming response from applicants, registration for this class has been closed as of April 4, 2025. Please be sure to check back for next year's ELS Class 13 information coming in February 2026. 
 
Class 12 Schedule:
Session 1: May 19-23, 2025
Session 2: June 23-27, 2025
Session 3: August 25-29, 2025

Location:
Tallahassee, FL

SESSION 1 - SUCCEEDING THROUGH CHALLENGES
It is evident that every organization will face challenges.  How an organization responds to those challenges will depend upon how well they have prepared.  This session will focus on the importance of effective communication and performing well while under pressure.  How to maintain a balance both professionally and personally to ensure effectiveness within the organization will also be discussed.
 
SESSION 2 - LEADING ORGANIZATIONS
Successful leaders must be willing to embrace change as well as take on the burden of authority.  In this session an emphasis will be given on how to manage smarter and with intentionality.  The session will close with a discussion on preparing to become the head of an agency.

SESSION 3 - LEADING INTO THE FUTURE
In this session an emphasis will be placed on preparing and supporting furture law enforcement leaders.  The meaning of interpersonal communication and behavior skills will be considered in the role they play in successful leading.  The importance of emotional intelligence and servant leadership will wrap up the final session.

For additional information on the ELS, please contact Tammy Frick (850) 410-7534.
 

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